Van Cleef & Arpels, a rare pair of Art Deco diamond hair clips

Van Cleef & Arpels, a rare pair of Art Deco diamond hair clips, 1930s, each of rectangular form with one end cut diagonally, set with circular-cut and baguette diamonds, mounted in platinum and white gold, length 4cm each, one signed Van Cleef & Arpels, both numbered 41589, French assay marks and maker's marks, original fitted case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels

Finely made and in very good condition. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 6.00 carats, estimated to be approximately F-G colour, mixed clarity grades, mostly VS, some SI1/SI2, overall impression bright, white and well-matched. Clip fittings with good tension, teeth grips and slight curvature design mean comfortable and secure when worn, either in the hair or as clip brooches. When combined by inserting one clip into the other, a single clip with a double clasp is created, for securing a plait or a ponytail, or a scarf. When assembled in this way, the clips can be a little stiff and difficult to detach. French maker's marks are indistinct, possibly DB & Cie. Light scratches to surfaces consistent with wear. Combined gross weight 22.8 grams.